Chris scores low on a standardized exam, which lands him a referral to the guidance counselor, Mr. Abbott. Chris tries to explain that the situation is a mistake, but Mr. Abbott forces Chris to undergo a series of mental exams and determines that Chris should be in remedial classes.

Recap

Starbucks, Staples and 99 Cents Only stores
There are business that are referred to by what they sell in their stores. It should be noted none of these businesses were created until the early 1990s.

Bounty
A paper towel product created by Procter & Gamble. A variation of the jingle that airs during the commercial can be heard in this episode after it is mentioned.

Punky Brewster
A NBC sitcom about an orphan being taken in by a widowed photographer. The series also inspired a musical group of the same name. The series would have been in its second season during this episode.

Mike Tyson
He is mentioned, his first fight was on March 6, 1985. He won 22 straight fights with 14 first round knockouts during this time.